The space is so tiny and changes purpose so often, my mate thought it rotated businesses as a kind of performance art. But the excellent latte stop La Distributrice could be here to stay. Experienced and friendly baristas craft lattes and espressos for passersby, of which there are many on this stretch between Saint-Denis Street and the Mont-Royal metro. They also sell beans from Detour Coffee roasters, and will knowledgably expound upon them all for you. Since I’m a bit of a dilettante, flitting from blend to single varietal, experimenting to see what suits my gear and me best, I really appreciate their enthusiastic expertise. Lately, I’ve gotten hooked on their Dark Horse espresso blend, perfect for my morning macchiatos.

La Distributrice
408 Mont-Royal East